should i say: red in color

Question

OR
reddish in color

Answer 1

Your question isn't clear.

Answer 2

which sounds better

Answer 3

which phrase sounds better? "Copper is...

...red in color"

OR

...reddish in color"

Answer 4

I would go with reddish in color although that may not be good English. Ms Sue or Writeacher may want to comment on that. It has a red tint but it is not exactly red.